A Family Thanksgiving

I considered “A Walton Thanksgiving Reunion” as the title, but we’re hardly Walton-era any more, so this title seemed more appropriate. What a great Thanksgiving with family! Dinner, cooked by mom, was delicious, as always. While I didn’t eat any turkey, I filled up on mashed potatoes, butternut squash casserole, yellow squash casserole, and my favorite, Mom’s stuffing with gravy! We followed dinner with a little television while our food digested, dessert to get us moving again, and a hilarious game of Pictionary. I truly laughed so hard, I cried. Ethan was apologetic because he made me cry and was a little confused by everyone’s hysteria, but oh my God, he was just so funny! I’m back home now, with lots of leftovers for later!

I know a lot of people have posted on Facebook what they are thankful for this year, so here is my list (in no particular order):

Amazing, hardworking, generous, loving parents who led by example

Smart, handsome, (sometimes) funny husband

The sweetest, most creative, funny, quirky little boy a mom could ask for

Brothers, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephew who rock!

The best friends in the world, who have been by my side, in good times and in bad

A career I love, at a company that cares about me and helps me to be successful, surrounded by awesome coworkers

A warm, comfortable, and welcoming (if not slightly messy) home

A church that inspires me to be better person and fills me spiritually

My health. (I know that one may sound funny given my current situation, but I’m alive and feeling strong despite the chemo, and I look forward to being in optimal health in the near future.)

Hot water. Hot showers.

Eyebrows and eyelashes.

Good books.

A full belly. A full fridge.

A blog that allows me to connect with hundreds of people on a daily basis and which has inspired many people to make healthier choices in their own lifestyles (which is what makes the effort all worthwhile!)

I could have almost written your gratitude list word for word myself!! Thank God for supportive family and friends in these trying times. Continue to have a positive attitude – it is really helping me cope.